Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Mother LOAD

I signed up for the Mother LOAD (LayOut A Day) Class at Big Picture Classes. I've heard so much about these classes but was always a little nervous to jump into such a commitment. I'm still nervous about this class, but part of my goals and OLW is to ignite my creativity. So what better way then jumping in head first!

The first few weeks start off nice and slow. We had one photo assignment and one layout assignment. The photo was a picture of our scrap space. My space really needs some organization help, but I know where things are at, so it works.

I believe everyone needs a creative outlet. I don’t sing or play an instrument. I don’t garden or knit.
I tried my hand at basket weaving and drawing. The weaving drove me crazy and I enjoyed the drawing but did not consider myself to be good enough.

Then I discovered scrapbooking. It was a combination of so many things I liked and wanted to do
creatively. Things like photography, journaling, paper, glue and imagination. It brought back some
of the joys of my childhood; making something from paper and glue. I didn’t realize how much I loved doing those simple tasks.

Since then it’s grown into something more. Documenting my life and the life of my family. Expanding my views by focusing on the everyday. Sharing ideas and inspiration with others. Connecting the past with the present. Retelling the times inour lives that shape who we are and who will are becoming.

Yes, it’s time consuming and can get expensive, but it’s my creative outlet. I would rather work on my creativity then spend time watching television. It’s a choice. Ultimately, it comes down to the fact that it brings me joy and peace to create these little pieces of life art.

4 comments:

Hey Monica! I'm in class with you, and scared witless about the 26 layouts in 26 days part! I spent July 4th cleaning my scrap area and putting stuff away from old projects. Ready to start with a clean slate now!

About Me

I'm a SAHM and part-time Design Student. I'm trying to reclaim my life from the self-imposed pressure of trying to be perfect.
I've been blessed to be the mom of three amazing boys that keep me on the go and fill my life with joy (and other emotions at times).
I love to create. I also like to read, work-out, eat clean and learn more about health & fitness.